Missed out? Move on (but keep in touch)!
Rejection is an inevitable part of a board career – here we bring together advice on how to approach it and even benefit from it. Most of us are not […]
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Non-Executive Opportunities: An Introductory Guide
Here we give a high-level overview of non-executive opportunities and how they differ between sectors. We hope this will help you to position yourself to find a role with boards […]
How to interview effectively - virtually
Sophie Eden Co-founder of Gordon & Eden executive search. Sophie Eden shares her tips in the context of virtual interviews and from her 15+years experience of supporting hundreds of candidates into the […]
What to Focus on When Pitching for a NED Role
Juliet Taylor CEO of board recruiters Starfish Search Having a wealth of experience to bring to NED positions is a clear advantage. However, it can make summarising the value you […]
Our time is now - My advice for diverse women to build a board career
Nicolina Andall Experienced NED Nicolina Andall shares her advice to other diverse women considering a board career. The pressure for diversity on boards is growing – government scrutiny, regulators and investors […]
What I've Learnt About Being a Charity Trustee
Gail Emerson, Women on Boards’ CRM Marketing Manager, reflects on her time on as Chair of Lambeth Rathbone’s board of trustees. (2018) Six years ago I was feeling daunted by […]
Three Common Challenges for First Time Non-Executive Directors
Advice from headhunter Jonathan Swain, who leads the Board Practice at The McLean Partnership, on navigating the transition into the boardroom. Getting your first board position can be tough enough […]
Applying for a NED or Trustee Role
Non-executive director roles often attract a lot of applications; paid roles in particular are very competitive. So rule number one: DON’T simply send a copy of your executive CV and […]
Securing a Board Position - 5 simple Steps
Finding a board appointment that suits your interests, skills and geography takes patience, determination and effort. Women on Boards is here to help. Our focus is to encourage, inspire and […]
Writing Your LinkedIn Profile to Secure a NED Role
Here we share our top tips from recruiters and social media experts on using your LinkedIn profile to further your non-executive career. The good news is a strong profile on […]
How to Find the Charity Trustee Position That Suits You
An alternative approach to getting a charity board role The secret to finding a trustee role with a small-medium sized charity that is aligned with your skills and interests is […]
Preparing for a Board Interview - 10 Tips
Rowena Ironside, Sarah Laessig and Caroline Emmet; If you have made it to an interview, we want to make sure that you do yourself justice. Have you done the preparation […]